Advice
Is ‘Finding Your Passion’ Overrated?
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Common advice that many women get when they’re not satisfied with what they’re doing is to “find your passion” — then turn it into a full-time gig. But Lily Zhang says asking yourself, “What is my passion?” is so big that it’s completely paralyzing for most people. In fact, it’s too big, and it therefore doesn’t usually help.” She has come up with three questions.
A Personal Website Can Help You Get Hired
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Hiring managers say that a great personal website can absolutely increase a job candidate’s chances of getting hired. Read Aja Frost’s tips on how to create an inviting website.
People to Have in Your Career Network
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Mentors are fine, but they’re not the only people you should be talking to about your career. Cathy Paper says you should also have someone who is a good listener, an industry expert in your field and someone who hold you accountable. Read more here.
Complementing Your Resume With LinkedIn
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Your chances of getting a job interview will vastly improve if you make sure your resume and LinkedIn profile complement each other instead of copy each other, says career strategist Virginia Franco. Read her tips on how do it here.
Spotlight on Lisa Kohlhagen — Owner, Kohlhagen Services LLC
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“With a five-year-old daughter and health issues, it was the perfect opportunity for me.”
Spotlight on Kohlhagen Services, LLC and its owner, Lisa Kohlhagen. Lisa’s home- based call center company provides customer support solutions using the Arise Virtual Solutions platform.
Work-life balance: It’s an epic fail!
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That’s what I told a younger colleague recently. My friend was just back from maternity leave and nothing was going as she imagined. She crafted a plan to “do it all,” and on paper it worked perfectly.